
Ford Thunderbird
2002 to 2005 · Convertible
A 2002 Ford Thunderbird cost $39,698 new. Over the past 12 months, 107 have sold publicly at a median of $15,000. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $14,900. Across the most recent 250 sales on file, prices ran from $4,200 to $42,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.
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- Median · 12 mo
- $15,000
- Sales · 12 mo
- 107
- Original MSRP
- $39,698Down 62% since new
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Specifications
- Engine
- V8, 3.9L
- Power
- 252 hp
- Torque
- 267 lb-ft
- 0 to 60
- 6.1 s
- Top speed
- 145 mph
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Original MSRP
- $39,698
- Designer
- J Mays
Common questions
How much does a Ford Thunderbird cost?
A 2002 Ford Thunderbird cost $39,698 new. Over the past 12 months, 107 have sold publicly at a median of $15,000. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $14,900. Across the most recent 250 sales on file, prices ran from $4,200 to $42,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.
What is a 2002 Ford Thunderbird worth today?
The Shifty Estimate is $14,900, down 8.8% over the past 12 months. Confidence is high: 107 public sales in a year gives a firm read.
Is a Ford Thunderbird a good investment?
It has depreciated 62% against its $39,698 list price. Values are down 8.8% over the past 12 months. The caution is spread, not direction: across the most recent 250 sales on file, prices ran from $4,200 to $42,000, and mileage explains most of that.
How many Ford Thunderbird have sold?
Shifty has at least 250 public sales of the Ford Thunderbird on file.
What is the most expensive Ford Thunderbird sold?
Of the most recent 250 sales on file, the highest is $42,000, on May 18, 2026, with 4,600 mi.
What has a Ford Thunderbird sold for at auction?
The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:
- $21,000Oct 22, 2026Torch Red · 3,700 mi
- $19,250Oct 20, 2026Merlot Metallic · 7,000 mi
- $9,700Oct 19, 2026Platinum Silver Metallic · 33,000 mi
About the 2002 Ford Thunderbird
The eleventh-generation Thunderbird marked Ford's bold attempt to recapture the magic of the original 1955-57 two-seaters. Styled by J Mays with clear DNA from the first-gen cars, this retro-modern roadster featured a power-folding soft top, distinctive porthole hardtop, and Lincoln LS-derived platform. The 3.9-liter V8 delivered 280 horsepower through a five-speed automatic, providing respectable performance in a package that prioritized style over speed. Production totaled just 68,061 units across four model years, making it relatively scarce today. While initially criticized for prioritizing nostalgia over driving dynamics, the 2002-05 T-Bird has found its footing among collectors who appreciate its clean design execution and connection to Thunderbird heritage. Well-maintained examples, particularly those with the removable hardtop, are increasingly sought after as the last chapter in the Thunderbird story.
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